The author of the popular "Loose Threads" column in Quilter's Newsletter Magazine for over 20 years, Helen Kelley assured her readers that her main enthusiasm in quilting was the company of her fellow quilters, and this affection comes through in this compact collection of her articles. Here she delights in the support and enthusiasm of fellow quilters, describes how she can "read" fellow quilters through their pile of old quilt blocks and scraps and pieces, and candidly admits to taking a few shortcuts when preparing fabrics and keeping a messy workroom. These entertaining and lighthearted yarns are full of Helen's insights into the warmth and enjoyment of quilting.